Burgess Edward Morse, Criminal Defense Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Burgess concentrates on criminal defense, military, personal injury, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Burgess handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Personal Injury

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Burgess's primary office is at 44 Bromfield St., Boston, MA, 02108-4909. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Burgess usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Burgess discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Burgess for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Burgess walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Burgess offer a free consultation?

  Burgess charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Burgess's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Burgess's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Massachusetts typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Burgess gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Burgess take my case if I'm outside Boston?

  Burgess is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Burgess will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Burgess?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Burgess will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Burgess accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Burgess's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.